I am very excited to share with you my conversation with Dr. Angela Medina, an innovative clinician and researcher at Florida International University. I am sure all of us have felt the detrimental effects of stress to the therapeutic process, It can be within us, within those that we serve in the therapy room, and in the support system of individuals with communication challenges. That’s why I was really intrigued when I encountered Angela’s work on the intersection of mindfulnes...

I am excited to share with you my conversation with Dr. Jerry Hoepner from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. Jerry is a leading voice in counseling within speech-language pathology and audiology. Dr. Hoepner's work offers a rich perspective on the significance of a holistic approach in our field, clarifying its role within our scope of practice. His commitment to enhancing the preparation of SLPs and audiologists through graduate programs and continuing education is both inspiring...

I am very excited to share my conversation with Dr. Chris Constantino of Florida State University. I invited Chris to the show because I found his work as an advocate for changing how we perceive and engage with stuttering to be extremely important and fascinating. As you'll hear, Chris challenges us to rethink stuttering, urging us to see it not just as a hardship to overcome but as a unique aspect of identity with unexpected benefits. He's been developing a groundbreaking treatment framewor...

In this episode, I am excited to share my conversation with Dr. Ryan Pollard from the University of Colorado. I invited Ryan on the show because I was fascinated by his work focused on supporting the emotional well-being of adolescents with communication disorders. Ryan had some great insights into supporting this population, and then our conversation broadened out into some really compelling insights about the intersection of communication disorders and mental health. We discussed important ...

In this episode of the Speech, Language, and Therapy Podcast, we discuss the rich and diverse spectrum of autism with our special guest, Megan Cherewick. Megan, an assistant professor at the Colorado School of Public Health and senior investigator at the University of Colorado Center for Global Health, brings a unique blend of personal and professional insights to the discussion. We explore the often-overlooked strengths and capabilities of autistic individuals, moving beyond the traditional ...

In this episode, we focus on a crucial yet often overlooked area: mental health services (e.g., psychotherapy, counseling) for individuals who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Our special guest, Adrianna (Anna) Noyes, a doctoral candidate at Penn State University and recipient of the Changemaker Award at ASHA 2023, shares her invaluable insights and research. We discuss how AAC impacts the psychotherapeutic process, exploring the unique communication dynamics of AAC user...

Welcome to the trailer for the Speech, Language, and Therapy Podcast. This podcast is a resource for anyone interested in speech therapy, language development, cognitive communication disorders, and effective strategies for overcoming communication barriers. We will discuss a range of topics including childhood speech development, fluency and stuttering, as well as strategies for supporting communication in individuals with autism and adults facing neurocognitive challenges like aphasia, de...